Kirlin Lighting
We are proud to announce that the Strait Secure Ceiling and Wall Slots have been honored with the 2024 Product Innovation Award (PIA) from Architectural Products! This recognition highlights the cutting-edge design and functionality of Strait Secure, a lighting solution tailored for behavioral health environments, where safety and patient well-being are paramount.
Designed for behavioral health environments, Strait Secure combines innovation, safety, and patient-centered functionality. From RGBW color-changing technology for therapeutic lighting to customizable wayfinding options, this product is redefining lighting in healthcare spaces. The Strait Secure product family sets a new benchmark in behavioral health lighting by seamlessly combining high performance, aesthetics, and safety. Its innovative features include:
High-Performance Lighting
The ceiling-mounted version delivers up to 1200 lumens per foot in static white, making it ideal for spaces that demand bright, even illumination.
Therapeutic and Circadian Lighting Options
Equipped with RGBW color-changing technology, Strait Secure supports color therapy for behavioral health applications. Additionally, the tunable white option aids in maintaining natural circadian rhythms, a critical aspect of patient care in spaces with limited natural light.
Customizable Wall-Mounted Versatility
The wall-mounted fixture enhances wayfinding and ambiance with options for patterns, scenic imagery, or room numbers, offering both functionality and a more inviting atmosphere.
Robust Safety and Durability
Concealed tamper-proof fasteners ensure both security and a sleek architectural look, while all components are designed for easy face access, minimizing disruption during maintenance.
Strait Secure was designed with a deep understanding of the challenges in behavioral health settings, making it a first-of-its-kind solution in this category. Its blend of therapeutic benefits, safety features, and robust performance makes it the go-to lighting solution for behavioral health facilities.
We extend our gratitude to Architectural Products for recognizing the innovation and impact of the Strait Secure product family. We’re also thankful to our partners and clients for trusting us to light spaces where comfort and healing are priorities.
Kirlin Lighting is proud to introduce the Strait Linear Slot Light, a versatile addition to our Strait Product Family designed to meet diverse lighting needs with unparalleled flexibility and durability. Available in lengths from 2 to 12 feet, the Strait Linear Slot Light offers multiple lighting options, including Static White, Tunable White, and RGBW. This innovation is perfect for a wide range of environments, from healthcare facilities to natatoriums.
Dynamic Lighting Choices for Every Space
- Static White: Ideal for crisp, clear illumination in spaces that demand consistent lighting quality.
- Tunable White: Adjust color temperatures to support circadian rhythm.
- RGBW Lighting: For projects that require vibrant, customizable colors, the RGBW model features quad-chip LEDs, providing a full-spectrum experience controlled effortlessly via DMX.
Superior Lumen Output
Delivering up to 1200 lumens per foot, the Static White model ensures bright, consistent illumination, making it perfect for spaces that require high-intensity lighting.
Asymmetric Distribution Option for Targeted Lighting
The optional asymmetric distribution is perfect for healthcare settings, offering targeted task lighting that ensures patient comfort while providing clinicians with focused illumination.
Unmatched Design Flexibility
The Strait Linear Slot Light is available in customizable lengths from 2 to 12 feet, allowing seamless integration with any design vision.
IP66 Rated Housing & Natatorium-Specific Options
With an IP66 rating, the Strait is built to withstand demanding environments such as ICUs, Cath Labs, and natatoriums, ensuring reliable performance in even the most challenging settings.
BioGard™ Antimicrobial White Finish
Our exclusive BioGard™ antimicrobial coating is designed with hygiene in mind, making the Strait Linear Slot Light ideal for healthcare facilities, food preparation areas, and other environments where cleanliness is paramount.
Declare Listed for Sustainable Design
Embrace eco-friendly practices with the Strait Linear Slot Light, which is Declare listed, reflecting our commitment to sustainability and transparency in manufacturing.
Whether your project demands dynamic lighting solutions, superior lumen output, or robust design features like IP66-rated housings, the Strait Linear Slot Light is engineered to deliver. Explore the versatility and durability of the Strait today and discover how it can enhance your next project.
Kirlin Lighting is proud to announce the launch of the Strait Secure Wall Slot, a ligature- and vandal-resistant lighting solution designed to meet the highest standards of safety and architectural design. This new product is particularly suited for environments where both aesthetics and durability are paramount, such as behavioral health facilities, educational institutions, and other settings that require robust lighting.
Product Highlights
The Strait Secure Wall Slot is engineered to provide a seamless blend of functionality and design. Available in a range of lengths from 12″ to 48″, this fixture offers flexibility while maintaining a clean look. Three LED sources available are:
- Static White Lighting: Offered in three color temperatures, providing options for various ambiance needs.
- Tunable White: Supports circadian rhythms, enhancing the well-being of occupants.
- RGBW Quad-Chip Color Changing: Allows for dynamic lighting, suitable for creating vibrant atmospheres or supporting color therapy.
Customization and Visualization
One of the standout features of the Strait Secure Wall Slot is its ability to be customized with scenic images. With over 100 images and patterns available, as well as the option for custom designs, including room numbers, this fixture can be tailored to suit the specific needs and design goals of any space. Additionally, Kirlin Lighting’s Scenic Configurator tool enables users to visualize their chosen designs before committing to a final image.
Designed for Challenging Environments
Safety and durability are at the core of the Strait Secure Wall Slot’s design. Concealed hardware ensures a sleek, architectural look while providing the necessary security features for high-risk environments. The wall slot version further enhances this clean design with no visible hardware on the top edge, contributing to a more refined appearance. Furthermore, this fixture is natatorium-rated, making it suitable for use in humid or wet conditions, expanding its application across various demanding environments.
Learn More
The Strait Secure Wall Slot is a testament to Kirlin Lighting’s commitment to delivering innovative and reliable lighting solutions that meet the evolving needs of today’s architectural and safety-focused markets. For more information on how the Strait Secure Wall Slot can enhance your projects, please visit our website.
Kirlin Lighting, a leader in lighting solutions for healthcare applications, is excited to launch its new MRI-safe RGBW Downlights, an innovative product series designed to improve the MRI experience through mood-enhancing lighting. The new series promises to transform medical imaging suites with vibrant colors and high-quality illumination that can change dynamically while MRI scans are in progress.
The MRI RGBW Downlights feature Kirlin’s proprietary SmartLED MRI technology, which allows the lights to change colors seamlessly while ensuring compatibility with even the most powerful magnetic resonance scanners available today. This feature aims to improve patient comfort and reduce the anxiety often associated with MRI procedures. The technology employs RGBW quad-chip LEDs, enabling a wide spectrum of colors as well as pure, crisp whites.
“Kirlin continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in specialized lighting environments,” said Chris Brownell, CEO of Kirlin. “With our new MRI RGBW Downlights, we are providing healthcare facilities with the ability to create a more soothing atmosphere, which can play a critical role in patient care and diagnostic accuracy.”
The product line includes 15 different fixtures – round and square downlights, cylinders, and sconces – offering healthcare designers a versatile range of options. The lights can also be integrated with other color-changing products from the SmartLED MRI family, such as the MRL-2 slot and MCL Cove, to provide a comprehensive lighting solution that caters to the complex needs of MRI facilities.
Kirlin’s commitment to enhancing medical environments extends beyond functionality, incorporating aesthetic elements that support a positive patient experience.
Kirlin Lighting is proud to announce that our CEO, Chris Brownell, has been honored by DBusiness as one of the “30 in Their Thirties” for 2024. This prestigious recognition highlights Chris’s exceptional leadership and relentless pursuit of innovation in the lighting industry.
The nomination noted, “I am delighted to nominate Chris Brownell, recognizing his outstanding leadership and zest for innovation at Kirlin. Under Chris’s leadership, Kirlin secured six prestigious awards in 2023, solidifying the company’s position as an industry leader in healthcare lighting. These sophisticated lighting systems significantly contribute to patient healing and infection control, exemplifying Kirlin’s dedication to innovative patient-centric solutions. His vision earned Kirlin the accolade of manufacturing the ‘Coolest Thing Made in Michigan’ for the groundbreaking PRO recessed medical motorized series.”
Chris’s leadership has been instrumental in preserving employment in the Detroit community. Through significant investments in the Detroit factory headquarters and hosting national events to spotlight the city, Kirlin remains a cornerstone of the local economy. Remarkably, under his guidance, Kirlin navigated the COVID-19 pandemic without layoffs or cutbacks and achieved consecutive years of double-digit growth.
Known for his ability to build a dynamic team, Chris empowers individuals throughout the organization, fostering an environment where new ideas thrive. His unique blend of handling technical tasks while effectively delegating responsibilities has been crucial to Kirlin’s growth.
Chris Brownell’s contributions to Kirlin, Detroit, Michigan, and global healthcare lighting make him a standout leader. His visionary leadership and dedication to improving patient well-being are truly commendable.
“We are immensely proud of Chris for this well-deserved recognition,” said Jana Kirlin-Brownell, Chairman at Kirlin Lighting. “His innovative approach and commitment to excellence continue to drive our success and positively impact the communities we serve.”
Kirlin Lighting, a leading Detroit-based manufacturer known for its innovative and high-quality lighting solutions, proudly announces the launch of Ambient+, a cutting-edge technology integrated into 11 fixture designs, set to redefine lighting versatility across various industries.
Ambient+ is not just another product launch; it’s a technology that blends functionality, versatility, and aesthetic appeal. Designed to serve the multifaceted needs of architectural spaces and healthcare environments, Ambient+ technology enables a single fixture to offer both static white and vibrant static color lighting, available in six narrow-band wavelengths. This dual functionality makes it a perfect fit for a wide range of applications, including architectural spaces, healthcare facilities, and environmentally sensitive areas.
Versatile applications across industries
Ambient+ technology has been seamlessly integrated into various form factors within the Kirlin lineup, including downlights and cylinders. The technology’s adaptability shines in applications ranging from pharmaceutical laboratories, backstage theatrical areas, and vivariums to critical healthcare settings like ICUs and operating rooms, where lighting can play a crucial role in patient care.
Moreover, Ambient+ is engineered with environmental considerations, offering turtle-friendly lighting solutions that mitigate LED lighting’s impact on wildlife. Its utility extends to mass transit systems, behavioral health facilities, and other areas requiring specialized lighting solutions, underscoring Kirlin’s commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship.
A step forward in lighting technology
“Ambient+ is the latest in a long line of lighting solutions Kirlin has brought to market to serve the needs of our customers.” says Chris Brownell, CEO. “Fundamentally it allows one fixture, one installation, to serve two very important — often life-saving — functions. The ability to optimize for visual acuity in static white mode, and then to optimize for safety, or for circadian support, or for environmental sensitivity in color mode, is an incredible tool that is now available to the entire lighting community. We cannot wait to see where this technology will lead us.”
Kirlin Lighting is proud to introduce its latest innovation in lighting technology: the Strait Secure Linear Slot Light. Designed to meet the demands of a wide range of applications, from behavioral health facilities to transportation hubs and educational institutions, the Strait Secure Slot Light offers unparalleled security and versatility.
VANDAL- AND LIGATURE-RESISTANT
Safety is paramount in demanding environments such as Behavioral Health. The Strait Secure Slot Light boasts a ligature-resistant smooth single-piece aluminum frame with a robust 0.22″ polycarbonate lens, ensuring its durability even in the most challenging conditions. Its IK-10 rating underscores its ability to withstand vandalism and tampering. Discreet tamperproof screws are strategically placed along the edge of the frame to fixture housing for a clean, hospitality-inspired design.
LIGHTING OPTIONS FOR EVERY NEED
The Strait Secure Slot Light offers a variety of lighting options to suit different requirements. The Static White version delivers up to 1200 lumens per foot, with a standard CRI of 90+ and is available in three color temperatures.
For more dynamic white lighting needs, the Strait Secure Slot Light offers a Tunable White option, allowing you to adjust the color temperature from a warm 2700K to a cool 6500K.
ADD A SPLASH OF COLOR
In addition to white light options, the Strait Secure Slot Light offers RGBW Color Changing capabilities. This feature not only enables safe and secure color therapy but also allows you to add a splash of color to your space for visual appeal and ambiance.
For a simple control solution, Kirlin offers an optional vandal-resistant DMX controller. This controller allows you to precisely manage the lighting effects, making it an excellent choice for spaces where dynamic and interactive lighting experiences are desired.
The Strait Secure Linear Slot Light from Kirlin is the ideal lighting solution when security, durability, and versatility are paramount. Whether you need lighting for behavioral health facilities, transportation hubs, educational institutions, or any other space where secure lighting is essential, the Strait Secure Slot Light is ready to meet your needs.
Exciting news! The Architectural SSL’s 2023 Product Innovation Award honorees have been announced, and we're thrilled to share that Kirlin has been awarded for our Hitsville Task Light and MCL Cove Light!
Our Hitsville Task Light features a sleek wall-mounted design with a minimalist faceplate and a 45° angle LED module. The adjustable light engine offers narrow, medium, and wide flood beam spreads, allowing for versatile placement without compromising illumination. Its ligature- and vandal-resistant build ensures durability, and with touch control, patients can easily manage on/off and continuous dimming to 1%. Choose from a 150-lm or 300-lm package, with CCT options of 3000K, 3500K, or 4000K, and a stellar 90+ CRI. This fixture is perfect for healthcare spaces, including behavioral health!
Our MCL Cove Light transforms the experience in MRI suites with dynamic lighting options. Providing soothing color adjustments, this fixture caters to patient comfort. Opt for the static white version with CCT choices of 3000K, 3500K, and 4000K, boasting a 90+ CRI and the ability to dim down to 0.38% using 0-10V. Alternatively, the color-changing version features cutting-edge RGBW quad chip technology, all controllable through DMX.
Introducing MCL Cove, Kirlin's new MRI-safe cove light fixture available in static white and a DMX RGBW version, allowing patients to view dynamic colors and hues in their MRI experience - even during a scan!
Since installing one of the first MRI lighting systems in the 1980s, Kirlin has continued to develop innovative solutions to support more accurate imaging, and enhanced patient experiences, keeping us at the forefront of present-day MRI technology. Kirlin’s MRI-compatible lighting solutions provide all necessary fixtures, drivers, and filters to ensure the system is issue-free and running smoothly.
Our MRI-centric product family, the SmartLED MRI Lighting System, includes numerous award-winning luminaires, as well as the ancillary system components that are needed to ensure safe illumination of MRI spaces. This system includes completely non-ferromagnetic fixtures, remote-mounted LED power supplies that are installed outside the shielded MRI suite, EMI/RFI filters that reduce the electromanetic interference and radiofrequency interference entering the suite, and emergency power systems for continuous uptime in the MRI room.
If you need a refresher on what makes MRI spaces so unique, and simple ways to solve the challenges they present, look here:
MRI - Kirlin Lighting
MRI Safe LED Lighting from Kirlin Since installing one of the first MRI lighting systems in the 1980s, Kirlin has continued to develop innovative solutions to support more accurate imaging, and enhanced patient experiences, keeping us at the forefront of present-day MRI technology. Our...www.kirlinlighting.com
